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XXL Birmingham Bear
Circuit Party 2025

XXL brings its famous London Party to Birmingham for a series of special one-off parties, pop-up events

  • Event Dates

    From: Awaiting dates
    To: Awaiting dates

  • Key Highlights

    • Top Djs
    • Beefiest Men
    • Sexiest Party
    • Cruising Area
    • Hottest Bears
    • Underwear Edition

XXL Birmingham Bear Circuit Party 2025

XXL brings its famous London Party to Birmingham for a series of special one-off parties, pop-up events and theme nights.

  • Are you visiting Birmingham? Stay at the Grand Hotel, complete with opulent rooms fit for a king or queen, great breakfast options and late check out options.

The Party

  • Next Edition – Awaiting dates 
  • Join the hottest, beefiest men at the sexiest party in the Midlands.
  • Experience a unique party at The Nightingale Club Birmingham from 10 pm until 4 am with a dance floor and extra-large cruising area.
  • Regular parties typically take place on the first Friday of the Month.
  • Stay close to the party at The Clayton Hotel, rated “Fabulous” by guests with a 24-hour fitness centre, modern rooms and great location.

The Venue

Other Editions

Where to stay in Birmingham?

Here are the hotels we recommend that have good reviews and keep you close to all the action

Hyatt Regency Malmaison Hotel  Hotel du Vin   Clayton Hotel

Gay Map of Birmingham

as you can see from the map most of the gay bars are withing walking distance of each other so we have chosen hotels that keep you close to all the fun.

Albert St, Birmingham, Birmingham, B5 5JE, United Kingdom

The 4-star Clayton Hotel Birmingham is just a 5-minute walk from the Bullring Shopping Centre. It serves modern food in its stylish restaurant. Bespoke cocktails are made by expert mixologists in the bar and there is also an on-site 24-hour fitness centre. There is also free Wi-Fi available throughout the hotel.

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Hotel du Vin, 25, Church Street, Ladywood, Attwood Green, Birmingham, West Midlands Combined Authority, West Midlands, England, B3 2NR, United Kingdom

This elegant and modern hotel features rooms with Egyptian linen, plasma-screen TVs and free WiFi. There is an idyllic hidden courtyard and a French bistro. With luxurious hand-sprung mattresses, each spacious room at Hotel du Vin Birmingham includes a deep bath and powerful drench shower in its private bathroom.

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Hyatt Regency Hotel, 2, Bridge Street, Chinese Quarter, Ladywood, Park Central, Birmingham, West Midlands Combined Authority, West Midlands, England, B1 2JZ, United Kingdom

In Birmingham’s center, this modern 4-star hotel offers a luxury health spa with a 16 m swimming pool and gym with Matrix fitness equipment. Large, elegant rooms each have a flat-screen TV and there is a stylish restaurant and bar. The air-conditioned rooms boast floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the city. Each features free WIFI, a satellite TV 

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Wharfside Street Birmingham, West Midlands B1 1RD, UK

The chic Malmaison Birmingham offers elegant rooms with free Wi-Fi, within the upmarket Mailbox development. It has a health spa, a restaurant, and a bar with a wine tasting room.

Largeluxury rooms each includes mood lighting and a satellite TV. Private bathrooms all have a power shower, and there is a same-day laundry service.

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155 Bromsgrove Street 104 Latitude, Birmingham, B5 6AB, United Kingdom

The apartment has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and free toiletries. The kitchen comes with an oven and a microwave, as well as kettle. Guests staying at this apartment have access to a terrace WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

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Essex Street Gay Village Birmingham, Birmingham, B5 4TR, United

Silver Suite-Arcadian offers free WiFi and air conditioning. This apartment is equipped with 3 bedrooms, a kitchen with a dishwasher, Washing machine and a microwave, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and 2 bathrooms equipped with a shower.

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Hurst Street, Birmingham, B5 6AF, United Kingdom

This apartment comes with 2 bedroom, a kitchen with a dishwasher, Washing machine and a microwave, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom equipped with a shower. For added convenience, offers free private parking, and free WiFi

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155 Bromsgrove Street, Birmingham, B5 6AB, United Kingdom

Each unit features a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave, a seating area with a sofa, a flat-screen TV, a washing machine, and a private bathroom with shower and a hairdryer. A fridge, an oven and stove top are also offered, as well as a kettle.

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125-127 Hurst Street, Birmingham B5 6SE

• Vibrant LGBTQ+ bar with a cool San Francisco warehouse feel
• Features plush sofas and dapper lighting
• Themed nights and open late at weekends

Weekday: 12:00 - 23:00 / 00:00; Weekend: 12:00 - 04:00 / 00:00

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143 Bromsgrove Street, Birmingham B5 6RG

• Ideal for romantic date nights with charming interiors
• Delicious food options from juicy burgers to sumptuous roasts
• Award-winning, stylish bar & restaurant with great customer service

Weekday: from 16:00; Weekend: 11:00 - 02:00 / 01:00

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182 Hurst Street, Birmingham B5 4TP

• 1920s-themed gay bar with chic purple decor
• Offers deluxe drinks and burlesque performances
• Perfect for a sophisticated night out

Mon-Sat – 10pm-Late, Sun – Closed

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48 Bromsgrove Street, Birmingham B5 6NU

• Known for nonstop entertainment, including drag shows and karaoke nights
• Great spot for late-night shenanigans with resident DJs and go-go dancers

Weekday: 12:00 - 04:00; Weekend: 12:00 - 02:00 / 04:00

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18 Kent Street, Birmingham B5 6RD

• Offers high-end entertainment from fire breathers to burlesque
• DJ sets that keep you dancing until 4 AM

Thursday, Friday, Saturday 10:00 PM - 4:00 AM

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123 Hurst Street, Birmingham B5 6SE

• Stylish bar with charming staff and inviting ambience, ideal for after-work drinks
• High profile café/bar with a mixed crowd and full bar service every evening

Weekday: 12:00 - 23:00; Weekend: 12:00 - 00:00 / 23:00

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72 Bristol Street, Birmingham, United Kingdom

  • Traditional English pub known for great food and Sunday lunch
  • Popular for Friday karaoke night and Saturday drag show
  • Hosts MGM (Midlands Gay Mature Gay Men) night monthly

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, 1:00 PM - 11:30 PM
Thursday 12:00 PM - 11:30 PM, Friday 12:00 PM - 12:30 AM
Saturday 12:00 PM - 1:00 AM, Sunday 12:00 PM - 12:00 AM

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17 Lower Essex St, Birmingham, United Kingdom

• Main lesbian bar in Birmingham, welcoming to all
• Open late on Friday and Saturday nights with guest DJs

Weekday: Thu,Fri 19:00 - 00:00 / 02:00; Weekend: 15:30 - 03:00 / 23:00

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152 Hurst Street, Birmingham, United Kingdom

• Renowned for excellent drag cabaret shows and special themed nights
• Village Underground open every Friday and Saturday night

Wednesday – Thursday 7PM–2AM
Friday 7PM–6AM Saturday 7PM-8AM Sunday 7PM–4AM

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16 Kent St, Lower Essex St, Birmingham, United Kingdom

• Largest gay cruise & fetish club in the Midlands
• Features include a sling room, cubicles, dark room, cinema with hardcore X videos, and an outdoor smoking area
• No dress codes except on themed nights
• Members-only club, registration with photo ID required on the first visit

Monday to Thursday 5pm till midnight
Friday 5pm - 2am Saturday 3pm - 3am Sunday 3pm - Midnight

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102 Wrentham Street, Birmingham, United Kingdom

• Popular gay bar with three zones and a garden with a covered smoking area
• Small hotel offering accommodation within the Gay Village

Weekday: 16:00 - 23:00 / 00:00; Weekend: 15:00 - 01:00 / 23:00

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Recommended Hotels in Birmingham By Booking

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We have chosen hotels in Birmingham that keep you close to all the shops,restaurants & bars

Malmaison m
4 Star, Different

Malmaison Birmingham
Booking.com
  • 4-star elegance, health spa, wine tasting room.
  • A short walk to the gay bars.
  • Luxury rooms, mood lighting.
  • Offers a blend of style and comfort, perfect for enjoying Birmingham's upscale Mailbox development and vibrant nightlife.

Leonardo Royal Hotel
4 Star, Readers Choice

Leonardo Royal Hotel Birmingham
Booking.com
  • 4-star, near International Convention Centre.
  • Close to the gay district.
  • Dream beds, flat-screen TV.
  • Ideal for business and leisure, with easy access to Brindley Place, Sea Life Centre, and major shopping areas.

Hotel du Vin
4 Star, Great Value

Hotel du Vin Birmingham
Booking.com
  • 4-star, modern rooms with Egyptian linen.
  • A short walk to the gay bars.
  • Plasma-screen TVs, free WiFi.
  • Combines modern luxury with a touch of French elegance, perfect for a sophisticated stay in Birmingham.

Clayton Hotel
4 Star, Location

Booking.com
  • 4-star, minutes from Bullring Shopping Centre.
  • A short walk to the gay bars.
  • Stylish restaurant, bespoke cocktails.
  • A prime location for shopping enthusiasts, offering modern amenities & expert mixologists for a memorable stay.

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